What happened: Cleveland acquired 23-year-old Peyton Watson to complete a week-long roster overhaul. The three-team agreement sends Max Strus to the La Clippers and routes an unprotected 2031 first-round pick from the Cavaliers to the Denver Nuggets.

Why it matters: The East finalists prioritized youth and athleticism on the wing following a deep playoff run. The move caps a series of transactions that cleared space by moving Dennis Schroder and Strus off the books, finalizing a four-year, $88 million contract for Watson.

What to watch: Denver acquires a distant draft asset to facilitate the departure of the restricted free agent. The Clippers incorporate Strus into their wing rotation.